Pastoral Associate

St Louis Church is seeking a full-time Pastoral Associate.

REPORTS TO: Pastor

NORMAL HOURS: 35 hours a week M-F flexibility during hours of operation with attendance at weekend liturgies. Some weeks may require more time needed at work. Advance notice to the pastor and finance director is required.

POSITION SUMMARY: Collaborates with the pastor and other staff in general ministry service to the parish while fulfilling the following:

1. Provides pastoral care for the sick, elderly, and homebound.
2. Coordinates services for the Highlands at Pittsford, Highland Living Center, and Heather Heights.
3. Leads Pastoral Care Team and Bereavement group.
4. Coordinates baptisms with families and clergy, and updates church records.
5. Coordinates weddings with couples and clergy, and updates church records. Assists clergy and prepares paperwork and ensures the presence of a wedding coordinator for rehearsals and ceremonies.
6. Coordinates the OCIA program and prepares all rites for clergy.
7. Assists the Pastoral Associate for Music and Liturgy with planning, providing programs, and being present at funerals as needed.
8. Attends parish staff meetings and other parish meetings as needed.
9. Other duties as assigned by Pastor as the need arises.

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Coordinating the annual Good Friday blood drive, the annual Pre-Cana session, the All Soul’s Day Mass and reception with pastoral care team, and Friday Lenten soup suppers.

QUALIFICATIONS: Practicing Catholic with a good knowledge of the faith, ability to use Microsoft and other programs used in the Diocese of Rochester, some years of experience in parish ministry, flexibility of schedule, and a spirit of compassion.

Pay Range is $20.00 to $24.00 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

If interested, send resume and cover letter